Table of contents

[00:00] Introduction from Jay Frosting[00:33] Interview with Tavis Smiley — [01:08] How many Americans are affected by poverty — [04:03] Who poverty affects and why — [06:55] The social safety net and austerity — [10:26] The role of education — [13:58] How to fix poverty[18:33] End

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This was one of the best podcasts that Consumerism Commentary has ever produced.

It is great to see that Consumerism Commentary is bringing these issues to its visitors and listeners. Tavis Smiley has brought out issues that has been a concern for so many of us.

With so many people close to poverty, it is hard to say that our values of people having opportunity is disappearing. Tavis Smiley’s statistics and discussion shows why there are so many who are doing things that do not even seem to make financial sense.

Luke and Jay, this was a very insightful discussion. I don’t always agree with Mr. Smiley’s views and methods, but I certainly find value in discussing the issue of poverty today, as it affects most of us, directly or indirectly.

I 100% agree that education is no longer the great equalizer in escaping poverty. Any visit to your local shopping center can find employees teeming with degrees/certifications that are unable to find suitable work – and those are the ones who DO have jobs.

I’d love if you guys would consider a series on a selected chapter or two from the book for discussion amongst your readers.

I think a lot of people have false misconceptions about about the poor that would do well to read what is in the book. I was hoping more of the 10 lies would have been mentioned. This was a great podcast. Can’t wait to get the book to read.

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Luke Landes founded Consumerism Commentary in 2003 and has been building online communities since 1990. Luke has contributed to PC World Magazine, US News, Forbes, and other publications. Read more about Luke and about Consumerism Commentary.

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